Primary Convener:
Melissa Barker, Oregon State University

Convener:
Jami Ivory, Oregon State University
Kari O'Connell, Oregon State University

Chair:
Melissa Barker, Oregon State University
Jami Ivory, Oregon State University
Brittney Stoneburg, Western Science Center

The Arctic and Antarctic regions hold a unique sense of wonder and intrigue, though most people will never have the opportunity to experience them firsthand. These remote and extreme environments are undergoing rapid change, with far-reaching consequences both locally and across the globe. As polar ice melts and ecosystems shift, understanding the dynamics of these regions becomes not only fascinating but essential for addressing global environmental challenges. This session will highlight effective strategies to engage and broaden the participation in Polar Science. We invite educators, researchers, Indigenous community members, and others to share their experience and pedagogies that utilize STEAM and STEM learning to promote understanding of critical polar science and places. We hope to share a wide variety of examples such as curriculum designed for formal and informal learning spaces, community-based participatory projects, continued professional learning, and integration of Indigenous Knowledge.

Index Terms
0805 Elementary and secondary education
0810 Post-secondary education
0815 Informal education
0830 Teacher training

Co-Sponsored Sessions:
NAGT： National Association of Geoscience Teachers

Cross-Listed:
SY - Science and Society
C - Cryosphere
OS - Ocean Sciences

Suggested Itineraries:
Career and Professional Development
Inclusive and Indigenous Science
Science Communications
Open Science and Open Data

Neighborhoods:
1. Science Nexus